the Best Food and History TourS in NuLu
The NuLu Sites and Bites Walking Food Tour
Take a three-hour trek through the Derby City’s most talked-about neighborhood while enjoying some of its best sites and bites. Known for its galleries and boutiques, NuLu is also a haven for foodies and bourbon aficionados. Here, you can visit historic churches and candy shops, uncover vibrant local art and the city’s hidden past, and learn about the biggest names and happenings in the Louisville gastronomic scene today. Besides sampling local specialties, you’ll get a feel for this interesting part of town and adjacent neighborhoods as an entertaining local guide shares its quirky history and most interesting sights—one story at a time.
What’s included
- Biscuit sandwich
- Modjeskas or other local sweet
- Beer cheese
- Local beer
- Hot brown specialty item
- Derby Pie tasting
- Bourbon flight and mini-tasting session
- Complimentary souvenir!
What’s not included
- Drinks or food guests may order on their own
- Transportation
- Parking
- Gratuity
The Misfits and Mayhem Walking History Tour
As the sun sets over the Ohio River, the streets of downtown Louisville come alive with stories of the city’s most notorious misfits and moments of mayhem. Join our friendly poet-guide for a cocktail at our favorite bar and then find out more on this two-hour deep historical dive into the darker side of the River City. Besides getting an introduction to popular sites such as the Seelbach Hotel, the Belvedere, 21c, and Fourth Street Live, visitors are offered a glimpse into the history of these eccentric figures, unsolved mysteries, and disasters that have shaped Louisville’s history. Ghouls and gangsters, legends and lore, misfits and mayhem—this is a great way for out-of-towners and locals alike to enjoy the Derby City.
Tours start and end at the Misfit Lou/Hereafter Bar near the corner of Seventh and Main. Daytime slots and private group tours available as well.
What’s included
- Signature welcome cocktail
- Complimentary souvenirs
- Friendly guides who love to talk
- Free poems!
What’s not included
- Extra drinks or food guests order on their own
- Transportation
- Parking
- Gratuity
Our Other Walking Tours
Old Louisville Ghost Tour
Old Louisville is home to impressive Victorian mansions that trace back to wealthy families in the 1800s. On this walking tour, uncover the eerie past of the neighborhood alongside a guide who regales you with several ghostly tales. Stop at several points of interest including the Conrad-Caldwell House Museum, the Witches’ Tree, and the Filson Historical Society.
For all ages!
Recommended by the New York Times!
1 Hour 40 Min
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